give advice to (someone)

careers officers should counsel young people in making their career decisions

he was counselled by his supporters to return to Germany

give professional help and advice to (someone) to resolve personal or psychological problems

he was being counselled for depression

advice, especially that given formally

with wise counsel a couple can buy a home that will be appreciating in value

for the public, simple counsels of more patience are not enough

a barrister or other legal adviser conducting a case

the counsel for the defence